Therapists in Houston, TX

Tiara Mayfield-Bond is a Licensed Professional Counselor with several years of experience working in an array of environments including substance abuse, post-educational, and with military families, providing mental health and transitional assistance to youth and adults. She is focused on treating depression, anxiety and healing from trauma. Tia holds a Master's degree from Texas Southern University in Counseling Education.

Our experience enables us to offer effective outpatient, individualized, psychological care. We treat a number of mental health disorders, and provide a neutral ground to individuals, families, and couples.

My name is Blake Fogle and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in Houston, Texas. I have experience working in county mental health services as well as private practice settings. In these roles I serviced a wide variety of populations ranging from children in underserved communities, adults needing assistance in coping with everyday struggles, and couples wanting to rekindle their relationship. These roles have provided me with tools to help my clients facilitate change and reach their goals.

If you are feeling overwhelmed with life and are needing to get clarity, therapy can be a place to regain that focus. Life can be challenging whether your having problems in a relationship, work, or issues with your teen my job is to help you reach your goals. If you are needing a nonjudgmental environment to learn new tools, therapy is a place that can help. I like my office to feel relaxed and place that is welcoming to all topics and people. I believe that creating change is a collaborative effort amongst the therapist and client. It’s a privilege to be a part of my client’s story for change.

My philosophy as a Mental Health Professional involves the client centered approach to (1) foster increased independent thinking and stabilized mood, (2) progress towards healthier lifestyles (3) achievement of desired goals/ outcomes from therapy; including (a) improved interpersonal relationships, (b) development/ improvement of acceptable and appropriate social interaction, (c) improved self-image, self worth, and self perception, (d) positive interaction between the client, the therapist &others and (e) increased level of daily and global functioning.

Laura Stark is a Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor and National Certified Counselor with over 25 years of experience as a psychotherapist working with children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families. She has over 10 years of clinical experience providing care for adolescents and adults in residential treatment centers and hospitalization programs. Laura also spent 5 years as a special education teacher and program coordinator for emotionally challenged students. She has an interest in mood, anxiety/panic disorders, ADHD, late-diagnosed ADHD, OCD, adjustments to life changes, Tourette Syndrome, and neurodiversity.

I am Katia Flores and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor located in Houston, Texas. I have experience working in private practice and residential settings, providing counseling in English and Spanish. Much of my experience has been working with populations that are part of underrepresented communities with trauma and cultural adjustment issues. I also have experience working with individuals struggling with depression, anxiety, emotional issues, stress management, and wellness.

I have experience working with high-risk youth and their families in Residential, Community-Based, Outpatient and Child Welfare settings. I have a passion for helping young people increase their resiliency and improve their relationships by gaining insight into their unique strengths and needs, learning new coping skills and improving communication styles.

Alejandra Galindo is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in the state of Texas with 7 years of experience working with individuals, couples, and families. Alejandra has worked with clients to help them navigate their trauma, depression, anxiety, relationship issues and much more. After graduating from John Jay College of Criminal Justice with a Bachelor of Arts in Forensic Psychology in New York City, Alejandra decided to continue her education in Texas. Alejandra graduated with her Master of Arts in Family Therapy from the University of Houston- Clear Lake.

Many people experience loneliness and difficulty finding and prioritizing themselves. They struggle to explore parts of aspiration due to guilt, shame, and fear. This doesn’t have to be you. If you are struggling with finding your value and your voice, then this is the space for you. Allow yourself to see the strength in who you are and how wonderful you have yet to be. I affirm individuals and families to trust themselves, after the world or people have let them down. I will help guide you down the road to meet your fulfilled self by encouraging you to step out of fear, find your voice, and regain your confidence.

I want to personally, “Thank You, for choosing YOU today!” Free to be you in a safe space, processing your thoughts and feelings without judgement; is a great start to a healthier you! “Understanding,” echoes beyond the statement, it requires belief, support, experience, and knowledge thereof. My view of the Therapeutic relationship is one that employs unique and collaborative efforts, while traveling the healing journey toward personal wellness, together. LGBTQ+ Affirming. I believe that you are an expert in your life and you have the strength, dedication and determination to create the life you desire and deserve.

Bitini Pannell is a licensed Professional Counselor based in Texas with a passion for helping people overcome their traumas, depression, anxiety stress and mental health challenges. With over four years of experience in the field, Bitini is well-equipped to provide compassionate and effective care to those in need. After completing her education, Bitini began working as a counselor in a community mental health center, where she provided therapy to individuals with a wide range of mental health concerns.

Bloom Mental Health is dedicated to improving the lives of our clients through compassionate and effective psychotherapy services. Our team of therapists are carefully selected based on their ability to connect with clients on a deep level and help them find healing and transformation. We're excited to welcome new therapists to the team soon!

Julie Burnett is a counselor with 11 years of experience. Her focus is working with clients ages 11 and older — individuals, couples, and/or families. Julie believes that all people deserve to be treated with respect and, therefore, respect is a foundational part of her counseling sessions. Julie specializes in general mental health, relationships, grief and loss, domestic abuse, and parenting. Julie believes that she is here simply to be a helping hand, a listening ear, and a friendly guide as the client navigates through difficult times.

Marvshricka "Sharie" Quinn is a Licensed Social Worker (LSW) with over 9 years of experience. She has worked with adolescents, adults, court-mandated interventions, and military veterans. Sharie has experience working with clients suffering from grief, anxiety, anger management, depression, and family issues including transitions.

Your boundaries could use some work. Your self-talk is more negative than positive. Your inner critic is loud. Your self worth and esteem are not where you'd like it to be. You're not fully living in your values and can't seem to understand why you keep hurting yourself through self-sabotage and broken promises in the process. BUT you're ready to do something different. You're ready to make change in your life. I see you, and I want to help you to help yourself get out of these negative cycles. If you're reading this, you're already considering that you may need support. Whatever it is, you don't have to carry this weight alone.

Essential Counseling Group strives to help you become your best self. We service individuals, couples, and families who are experiencing increased stress, caregiver stress, anxiety, depression, grief etc. We believe that there is power in simply being heard. To request and appointment copy and paste link: essentialcounselinggroup.clientsecure.me